PFD Week 2016-Multicompartmental Ultrasound Approach to Anorectal Dysfunction

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Video Summary

This video titled "Multicompartmental Ultrasound Approach to Anorectal Dysfunction" demonstrates how ultrasound can be used to evaluate defecatory dysfunction and anal incontinence. It focuses on common causes of obstructed defecation, such as anatomic issues and sphincter injuries. The video discusses the anatomy of the female pelvis and the role of the levator ani muscles and pelvic support in maintaining organ position. The multi-compartmental approach involves using different transducers to examine all compartments of the pelvic floor in detail. The video explains the steps involved in imaging the pelvic floor, including dynamic imaging during Valsalva maneuver. It also discusses the diagnosis and measurement of rectoceles, enteroceles, intussusception, and pelvic floor dyssynergy. The video demonstrates the use of different transducers for endovaginal and endoanal scanning and explains the importance of 3D endoanal ultrasound for assessing anal sphincter defects. The goal is to improve diagnostic capabilities and develop new therapeutic approaches for anorectal dysfunction. The video concludes by emphasizing the importance of understanding pelvic anatomy and utilizing appropriate probes for obtaining meaningful ultrasound images.

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Lieschen H. Quiroz, MD

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Category Imaging

Category Fecal Incontinence

Keywords

ultrasound

anorectal dysfunction

defecatory dysfunction

obstructed defecation

anal incontinence